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Drop-In Child Care in Washington, DC are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 12 reviews of the 60 listed drop-in child care

Bailey's Childcare and Learning Center Alexandria

My two kids love going here and love their teachers! It's clean and overall it's a positive space. We have only great things to say.

- Peter L.

The Family Academy of Bethesda

So much love for the Family Academy. Our son attended here for years, starting from the time he was 6 months old. Each classroom was led by...

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LiLi's Child Care Center

Not very professional. Took a week to respond to my many voicemails. Also only has availability for kids in school.

- Rosa N.

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Mi Escuelita Homeschool

6941 Oak Ridge Road Falls Church VA Falls Church, VA

International
Montessori
Reggio emilia
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
+ 5 more
Mi Escuelita Homeschool offers a small group Bilingual English and Spanish Immersion learning environment that will support your child's natural curiosity in connecting to the world around them while nurturing their individuality. Lessons are inspired by the Waldorf & Montessori educational philosophies aimed to encourage...
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Bailey's Childcare and Learning Center Alexandria

6399 Little River Turnpike, ALEXANDRIA, VA

5.0(3)

State license verified

Special needs
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Academic
Child care
+ 2 more
Bailey´s Childcare and Learning Center is determined to address the need of working parents for high-quality, safe, academics-driven and affordable childcare. Children constitute our future, and we fully understand that children between infant to 5 year-olds need to be exposed to quality learning experiences that will help them...

Peter L. says " My two kids love going here and love their teachers! It's clean and overall it's a positive space. We have only great things to say."

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The Family Academy of Bethesda

4324 Montgomery Ave. Bethesda, MD

5.0(3)

State license verified

Montessori
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Academic
Child care
+ 2 more
The Family Academy of Bethesda is a warm and loving Childcare and Early Education Center. It is located in a converted house in the heart of beautiful Downtown Bethesda. Being in a house gives the center a home-like atmosphere, which eases the child from his or her home into the early educational environment. The Family Academy...

Care Member says "So much love for the Family Academy. Our son attended here for years, starting from the time he was 6 months old. Each classroom was led by caring,...

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Developmental (play-based)
Special needs
Outdoor/nature
Cooperative
Academic
+ 1 more
LiLi's Child Care Center is looking forward to serving children in the area. We are license by the state of Maryland; all of our staff have their certification. LiLi's Child Care offer a child safe clean environment, with an a.m. and p.m. snack. We also offer Before and After Care to the area schools J Frank Dent, Barnaby...

Rosa N. says "Not very professional. Took a week to respond to my many voicemails. Also only has availability for kids in school."

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Bright Beginnings

2307 Jone Rd Silver Spring, MD

We are a home based child care provider, with two locations to better serve our clients. are locations are in District Heights,MD and Wheaton,MD. We have been in childcare for over 13 years. We provide transportation, full time and part time care, drop ins and drop offs, before and after care and alot more. we are very...
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Horizon Child Care At Burnt Mills

11211 Childs St Silver Spring, MD

Child care
Horizon Child Care At Burnt Mills is a child care facility based in Silver Spring, MD that offers child care services to children between the ages of 5 to 15 years old. The company offers before and after-school, full-day drop in, half-day drop in, and winter/spring break care programs. The company mainly services students who...
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Knights Daycare

7911 Barlowe Rd Hyattsville, MD

I am a licensed family child care provider, licensed for ages 6 weeks to 13 years old, including special needs children. I am available 7 days a week from 6:00 a.m. to 11:45 p.m. I accept vouchers. Drop ins are welcome.
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Latisha's Home Daycare

6470 Merritt Ct Alexandria, VA

Child care
Latisha's Home Daycare is a childcare facility based in Alexandria, VA that provides drop-off and pick-up services. The center offers a wide variety of lessons and activities such as coloring, go over flash cards, ABC's, numbers, shapes, colors, puzzles, beginning words, singing, and dancing.
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Theresa' Family Child Care

5016 Berwyn Road College Park, MD

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Faith based
International
Outdoor/nature
Cooperative
+ 5 more
Licensed for days, evenings and weekends. Opened 7:30am until 10pm Sunday thru Saturday. Offering full time, part time, on call and drop in with availability. All hands on, age appropriate fun early learning activities. Flexible schedule, nurturing, safe, clean, environment for which the children can thrive through...
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Passion Of Love Children's Place

7101 Gateway Blvd. District Heights, MD

Passion of Love Children's Place is where your child will receive top notch care in a loving kid friendly and professional environment. Our motto is "Sharing Love to Fulfill the Passion". We passionately take pride in what we do. Nurturing and loving your child while yet allowing them to learn and have fun on a day to day basis....
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Our Children, Our Future

733 New York Ave Silver Spring, MD

Quality care is my greatest concern. I am a CNA with CPR/AED/First Aid licenses. Child care services for $20 a day for regular clients. Last minute care service for $25 a day for non-regular clients. Meals and structured play time (indoor and outdoor activities). The only thing that you provide is a...
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Early Years Montessori School

3241 Brush Drive Falls Church, VA

State license verified

Montessori
Kindergarten
Preschool
We are a Montessori school providing services to children from infancy through kindergarten as well as before and after school care. Toddlers and Twos can enjoy Parent's Morning Out, a great and affordable opportunity for young children to transition into full day programs. We are nestled on five beautiful acres in Falls...
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Home Away From Home

Duke Street Alexandria, VA

We offer full-time, part-time, drop- in, and before or after school care. Type of Care: Family Child Care Provider. Ages Served: 6 Weeks to 12 years. Hours of Operation: 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Provider License: City of Alexandria permit. Provider Accreditation: CPR and First Aid certified. Environment: Non Smoking and...
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Baetta Daycare

11725 King Tree Street Silver Spring, MD

State license verified

This is a home child care service called Baetta Daycare! I have been involved in child care for 20 plus years, I opened up my own daycare in 2012 and it has been smooth sailing since. I provide care for children throughout the day. Things ranging from daily learning activities to group play indoor/outdoor activities. The ages...
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Anchors Away Home Child Care

2803 Plyers Mill Rd Silver Spring, MD

State license verified

Welcome to Anchors Away Home Daycare! Anchors Away Home Daycare now Enrolling children from 0 to 5 years old! We are located very conveniently right across the Oakland Terrace Elementary! We have a Covid-19 policy in place to make sure that we are all healthy and safe. We are 2 providers and fully vaccinated. We use...
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ONE VILLAGE KIDS ACADEMY

627 SLIGO AVE SILVER SPRING, MD

State license verified

Academic
Child care
One Village Kids Academy is a trusted childcare center dedicated to creating and promoting an environment that is safe, healthy, and inviting: one that fosters respect, fairness, caring, and trust. Welcoming and embracing the uniqueness and individuality of children and their families providing opportunities to learn and grow....
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Sophia Mama's Daycare

148 Lynnhaven Dr. Alexandria, VA

I am a registered child care provider. my home is smoke and pet free. Your child will be nurtured and treated as if they were my own. My daycare is a loving home environment as opposed to a structured " classroom". I want the children to feel comfortable, as if they were at home and at the same time experience the...
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Cedare Renaissance Academy (MD)

901 ADDISON ROAD S Capitol Heights, MD

Developmental (play-based)
Faith based
International
Outdoor/nature
Cooperative
+ 5 more
The CEDARE Renaissance Academy (MD) is an extension of the existing school in NOVA and Tidewater, VA. CIRCA is a Christian School serving grades Pre-K 3 thru 12th Grades. A true Renaissance Academy, CIRCA successfully and properly blends, faith, the arts and sciences. The blended STREAM (c) curriculum incorporates...
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Fun Loving Learning Center

11411 Sherrie Ln Wheaton, MD

Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
In-Home daycare
Preschool
We take care of little children from 3 months to 5 years old. We prepare them for kindergarten. The children are involved with a variety of materials and activities to keep them occupied during the day. We started out with Circle Time which is 15 minutes singing, reading, learning the alphabet, numbers and shapes. Then the...
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Kids After Hours at Flora M. Singer

2600 Hayden Drive Silver Spring, MD

Child care
Kindergarten
Kids After Hours provides childcare and summer camp programs for the families of children enrolled at Flora M. Montgomery Elementary. The center's primary aim is to give young children the opportunity to socialize and help in the development of creative expression.
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You can use Care.com to find a drop-in child care center near you in Washington, DC. You can start by narrowing down options by location. From there you can read reviews and learn more about cost.

When you drop your child off near you in Washington, DC, you should expect to provide the provider with necessary information about your family and your child’s dietary needs, health concerns, and any allergies and medications. It's bes to discuss any particular requests or expectations ahead of time, but be prepared to further review any special circumstances or questions you have during the first drop off.You may also find it helpful to talk about drop off and pick up procedures as well as safety rules with your child ahead of their first day. Setting them up for success by ensuring everyone is comfortable with the arrangement will help make it a stree-free drop off!

Drop-in child care can be a great way to accommodate the ever-shifting needs of families, but it's important to make sure you are taking the necessary precautions before relying on drop-in child care. Make sure to thoroughly research any drop-in child care facility near you in Washington, DC you're considering, including checking reviews and discussing any questions you have. When you visit the drop-in care center in person, take time to observe and ask questions about their practices and policies, and ask about what supplies you'll need to send with your child.

Drop-in child care hours in Washington, DC will vary by location, but typically these services are available throughout the day. Most drop-in child care centers will open for business around 8 AM and close after 5 PM, although this can vary depending on the center’s size and organization. Some drop-in child care centers may have extended hours, so be sure to discuss your scheduling needs when interviewing your options.

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